Swann Security vs Fluid.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swann Security
Manage your wired and wireless security systems from a single application. View live feeds from compatible Wi-Fi cameras and DVR/NVR series. Stay connected to your home or business security from anywhere.
- Unified control of security systems
- Seamless integration of wired and wireless solutions
- Live viewing of Wi-Fi cameras
- Compatibility with DVR and NVR series
- Remote access to security feeds
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With Swann Security, everything is controllable via this single app. Swann’s wired security systems, including all of our latest DVR and NVR series, now work seamlessly with wireless solutions such as Swann's new range of Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi security cameras. A list of products that work with this app can be found here: https://www.swann.com/us/apps Please note that other Swann CCTV and IP camera models will not work with this app. This page will be updated as new compatible products are released. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann system via 4G/5G or Wi-Fi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your Swann device may be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and could contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com
Fluid.
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Bring your day together with Fluid. TASKS, WITH ROOM FOR THE DETAILS Capture tasks, set priorities and due dates, add descriptions, and check things off as you go. A PLACE FOR YOUR IDEAS Write jots, organize them with tags, attach images and PDFs, and share jots with other Fluid users. Gist offers optional summaries as a beta feature. SEE YOUR DAY CLEARLY Keep tasks and events together in Today. Plan one-time or recurring events in Calendar, and connect Apple Calendar and Reminders when you want two-way sync. KEEP MOVING, EVEN OFFLINE Access cached content and make supported edits offline. Fluid syncs queued changes when you reconnect. ACROSS YOUR DEVICES Use Fluid on iPhone and iPad, with widgets for a quick view of your day. Optional local notifications help you remember tasks and events. Create an account with Sign in with Apple. Invited accounts can also sign in with email. Fluid is free, with no subscriptions or in-app purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fluid. at none against Swann Security's 11. Swann Security's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and chart position (#115 vs unranked). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Swann Security sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Fluid. asks for nothing beyond the download.
Swann Security ships an update every 3 weeks, Fluid. every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swann Security | Fluid. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (80K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 80K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #115 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 143 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Swann Communications Pty Ltd | Michael Sun |
Bugs and requests
Swann Security
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes frequently
- Notifications not working as expected
- Inability to download/save recorded videos
- Inconsistent time/date stamps on recordings
Requested features
4 requests- Allow more camera and settings control from app
- Improve playback functionality and organization
- Add option to continuously record instead of motion-based
- Integrate with smart home platforms like Google/Alexa
Fluid.
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Swann Security
- Essential$1.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$4.991 Month
- ActiveResponse7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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- Unlimited3 Months trial$12.991 Month
- Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Pro Video7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$49.991 Year
- ActiveResponse$49.991 Year
- Unlimited3 Months trial$129.991 Year
- Pro7 Days trial$149.991 Year
- Pro Video7 Days trial$199.991 Year
Fluid.
No in-app purchases
